Franklin D. Roosevelt was sworn in as the 32nd President of the United States at a time when the nation was grappling with the effects of the Great Depression. The inauguration occurred on the steps of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., under the solemn watch of thousands of spectators. Roosevelt, who had previously served as the Governor of New York, was elected in 1932 during a tumultuous economic period that saw widespread unemployment and poverty. In his inaugural address, Roosevelt famously stated, 'The only thing we have to fear is fear itself,' aiming to allay the public's anxiety and instill a sense of hope.Roosevelt's administration heralded significant changes in government policy and structure. With an ambitious agenda that came to be known as the New Deal, he sought to provide relief to the unemployed, recover the economy, and reform the financial system. The administration's approach emphasized direct government action to stimulate economic growth, establishing various programs and agencies dedicated to these goals. This presidential inauguration marked the beginning of America's transition towards an active government role in economic recovery.This inauguration was particularly notable as it was the last time a president would be inaugurated on March 4. The 20th Amendment to the Constitution, ratified in 1933, later moved the presidential inauguration date to January 20. Roosevelt's presidency would last four terms, during which he would lead the nation not only through the Great Depression but also into World War II, shaping modern American politics profoundly.